which of the following best explains why the Portuguese tried to find a sea route to asia?

Question

A. Asian traders refused to bring Asian products to European markets
B. The Portuguese wanted to see hiw far they could sail their ships
C. They wanted to create their own trade networks and eliminate middlemen
D. The ottoman empire cut off trade between Europe and the middle east.

Answer 1

C. They wanted to create their own trade networks and eliminate middlemen.

This option best explains the motivation behind the Portuguese exploration efforts to find a sea route to Asia. By establishing direct trade routes, the Portuguese aimed to bypass intermediaries, gaining better access to Asian goods such as spices and silks, which were highly valued in Europe.